Vokslev Church

The original Vokslev Church in Nibe is a Roman church, and was build over 3 phases dated back to 1100-1200. The apse was added in 1250. The church is filled with details in both roman and gothic style.

Altarpiece, Painting and Frescoes at Vokslev ChurchThe altarpiece at Vokslev Church is Lithuanian and can be dated back to the 1500s. The altar painting is from the 1700s painted directly onto the original altarpiece. It portrays Jesus in Gethsemane Garden on Good Friday.

The frescoes at the Church portrays the heavenly Jerusalem with a likeness to manor houses recognizable in Jutland. You can also see Viborg Cathedral portrayed as part of the frescoes.

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